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FPL showcases “smart trimming” technology; tree trimming offered for free
Florida Power & Light (FPL) recently showcased its “smart trimming” technology, which the company claims helps make its tree maintenance efforts more efficient. In order to help maintain its infrastructure and prevent service interruptions caused by tree branches hitting power lines, one of the main causes of outages, FPL trims the trees and vegetation next to its lines.
Commission votes again on city manager, auditor salaries
Pompano Beach – The city commission has voted again on whether its city manager and internal auditor should receive 5 percent merit and 3 percent Cost of Living increases – this time after hearing from the public. City Attorney Mark Berman called allowing public discussion “the right thing to do.”
State budget proposal focuses local funding on infrastructure and culture
State funding for a dozen infrastructure projects and a number of cultural grants for cities in northeast Broward await the governor’s signature. The appropriations total more than $7 million and would give a financial boost to the Dixie Highway project in Pompano Beach, drainage and bridge projects in Lighthouse Point, and a public safety building in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea.
Residents looking for progress with Lighthouse Point Yacht Club rebuild; ; Lighthouse beach may be at risk if dock built, say officials
Lighthouse Point – Justin Schwantes and many of his neighbors are asking, “What’s going on with the Lighthouse Point Yacht Club?” Schwantes asked the city commission that question Tuesday and got a partial answer. Said Commission President Mike Long, “The financial liability is ready to go.”
Pompano’s Sister Cities program has a distinctly Italian flavor
Pompano Beach – Like Opera, Pompano Beach’s Sister Cities program is distinctly Italian. With the exception of Itajaí, Brazil, every partner city is in Italy: Termoli, Ercolano, Sorrento, and Ascoli Satriano. Greater Pompano Beach Sister Cities President Tony Phillips, who is half Italian and half Welsh, has been the driving force behind these Italian partnerships, but he wants to expand to other countries.
Pompano baker’s run on Spring Baking Championship comes to an end
Pompano Beach – Baker Sabrina Courtemanche made it all the way to episode five of Food Network’s Spring Baking Championship before being eliminated during the April 1 episode. Courtemanche, who resides in Pompano Beach, competed alongside 11 other skilled bakers in the competition, battling for a chance to...
Catching the Ocean View: Seafood Festival organizers aim for affordability
“Affordability” is the theme for this year’s Pompano Beach Seafood Festival, says festival manager Kyle Good. But let’s not forget the fabulous seafood and outstanding entertainment for this 38th annual event. Good said the long history of this festival featuring a mix of seafood, beverages, music and...
BeachRides patrons question why deal was given to new ride service Freebee
Deerfield Beach – The city’s free beach ride service that operates east of Federal Highway was stoutly defended at last week’s city commission meeting by a dozen loyal customers protesting the launch of Freebee, the city’s new free ride service. BeachRides USA franchise owner Ryan Morgan...
With Florida leading in childhood drownings, YMCA offers swimming lessons
Fort Lauderdale – Kensington Williams held his 8-month-old son Kensington, Jr. in his arms and got him to move around in the water at the Swim for Jenny program on March 26 at the L.A. Lee YMCA/Mizell Community Center. With YMCA swim instructor Cindy Wyatt watching nearby, Williams made...
A Spring Break for adults and a dog at The Plunge
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea – Spring Break has brought, um, “revelry” to South Florida’s beaches, but you can escape the chaos with a getaway of your own. My husband, Jack, and I were in need of a quick staycation, and the 10-minute drive from Pompano Beach to the Plunge Beach Resort at Lauderdale-By-The-Sea brought us to a no-frills but all fun stay just steps from the beach.
Resources, Events, Meetings & More – Week of April 11
Pompano Beach – The 15th Annual Pompano Beach Food & Wine Celebration will be held April 18, 6 to 10 p.m. at Marriott Pompano Beach, 1200 N. Ocean Blvd. Visit pompanobeachchamber.com or call 954-941-2940 for tickets ($95 per person or four for $325). Yard Sale. Pompano Beach – The...
HerStory: Ernest Hemingway: An American classic with a strong Florida connection
In the midst of Key West stands a tribute to literary giant Ernest Hemingway, the home (now a museum) where he enjoyed life during the 1930s. Born in Oak Park, Illinois, Hemingway’s birthplace is maintained there as a museum offering guided tours. His father Clarence was a medical doctor and his mother, Grace, an operatic singer and composer who taught music and voice lessons. His father, a sportsman, loved hunting, fishing and adventure, which greatly influenced Hemingway’s life and writings.
Unopposed in special election, Newbold says she will run again in November
Oakland Park – Letitia Newbold, this city’s newly-elected city commissioner, said she will run again in November. Newbold, 52, who was appointed in March 2023 by the commission to serve until last month’s special election, ran unopposed. She’s currently serving out the term of former commissioner Matthew Sparks, who resigned his seat in January of 2023 because he was moving out of state. Her seat is on the ballot again in November.
Step aside, Monopoly, there’s a new kid on the block
Pompano Beach – Peter Louis Tomassetti has got game – literally. In fact, the 14-year-old, Pompano Beach High School ninth-grader has created his very own card game – Shoot, based upon that old schoolyard method of choosing sides or settling minor disputes: Rock, Paper, Scissors. What’s even more impressive is the young inventor was only 12 years old, on a family trip to California, when he first created it.
The City of Deerfield Beach celebrates National Community Development Month
Deerfield Beach, Florida (April 4, 2024) – During National Community Development Month (April 1 -30, 2024), the City of Deerfield Beach and communities across the county celebrate the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. We aim to bring renewed awareness to the federal investment necessary to sustain CDBG. Over...
Philadelphia’s famous Rita’s Italian Ice makes its local debut in Deerfield Beach
In the heart of Deerfield Beach, there’s a little slice of frosty heaven that has captured the hearts and taste buds of locals and tourists. World-famous Rita’s, a franchise known for its delectable Italian ices, frozen custards, gelati, milkshakes, concretes, and myriad desserts, brings a taste of Philadelphia’s vibrant food scene to the warm climes of Broward County.
Armed with signs, chants, and anointed oil, clergy, BSO, residents, and city officials march against gun violence again
Pompano Beach – More than a year after Dayvon Johnson was gunned down, his father, Ryan Johnson, watched the Community & Clergy Prayer March against gun violence as it stopped in front of the convenience store where his son was killed. “I’m taking a stand right here . ....
Closing schools remains a controversial, complex issue; decision on closures delayed until June
Out of Broward County’s 332 public schools, 67 are on the under enrolled list – that is, operating at 70 percent less than capacity – and, as has been well publicized, five of them may be closed or repurposed for the 2025-26 school year. While most of...
History breakfast honors five outstanding women
Deerfield Beach – Five women who have given this city years of service were honored Saturday at the 7th Annual Women’s History Hall of Fame breakfast held at the Hilton Hotel. Each was nominated for the award by a city commissioner and each has made an impact on...
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